andy+courtney :: engaged :: dc engagement photographer

Courtney and Andy are one of the most kind and welcoming couples I've had the pleasure of photographing. They'll be married at the Washington Duke Inn in Durham this fall, but they live and work in Washington D.C. Needless to say, I was over the moon when they asked if I'd be willing to travel to our nation's capital for their engagement session ... I always love having the chance to work in a new city, especially one with as much character as D.C.

The Capitol, the place where they first met, was the perfect backdrop for their engagement photos.  It was a beautiful evening, and Andy and Courtney looked as if they could have been straight out of a magazine...

These two have perfect chemistry... they seem so at ease with one another, and I just love the way Courtney smiles and laughs when she's with Andy :)

Andy and Courtney :: Thank you so much for inviting me to your city! I had such a great time with the two of you, and I can't wait to photograph your big day in just a couple of months! 

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nate+lauren :: trash the dress :: jamaica wedding photographer

The day after Nate and Lauren's beautiful destination wedding at Jamaica's Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton, we ventured to the beach for a trash the dress session at the request of the bride and groom. As Josh and I arrived to scout out the location, it began to rain something fierce, but within a matter of minutes, the showers cleared and the skies opened up to reveal the most lovely, light, airy backdrop.

Nate is never at a loss for way to make Lauren laugh. I love the absolute JOY in this series!​

After we finished up at the ocean, we ventured to the pool where the couple's bridesmaids and groomsmen, who were up for absolutely anything, were waiting for some fun photos.​

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nate+lauren :: married :: jamaica wedding photographer

Josh and I met Nate and Lauren when they moved into the townhouse complex we lived in a couple of years ago, and when Lauren called us last fall to ask if we'd be willing to travel to the Grand Palladium in Montego Bay, Jamaica for their destination wedding, we were ecstatic. When we began our business back in 2010, we had no idea that photography would take us to such a beautiful place, and we were so grateful for the opportunity.

​Nate and Lauren are two of the most fun-loving people I've ever met, and their destination wedding was nothing short of that. The week was filled with beaches and pools, fruity drinks and Red Stripe, dancing, "Ya mon", and gut-wrenching laughter. These two were married in a true paradise surrounded by some of the best friends and family anyone could ever ask for.

Nate and Lauren included some of their favorite treats from their home states and grits from their now home in North Carolina in welcome bags for each guest.​ Tastykakes and Better Made Chips made for a great pre-wedding snack.

Lauren... you made an absolutely STUNNING bride! Jamaica looks good on you :)​

In an interesting turn of events and due to having a difficult time hearing the officiant, Nate took Lauren to be his "awful wedded wife". Everyone, even the bride, got a good laugh out of it and it was a running joke for the remainder of the trip.​

Nate and Lauren - Thank you so much for taking us along with you to Jamaica to be part of your special day!! I hope y'all are enjoying your last few Pina Coladas, and we wish you all the best marriage has to offer!​

Photographer :: Glessner Photography​
​Venue :: Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton, Lucea, Montego Bay, Jamaica
​Wedding Coordinator :: Omeshia Peterkin, Grand Palladium Weddings
​Travel Agent :: Jessica Younginer​
​Makeup Artist :: Amanda Frederick
​Wedding Gown :: David's Bridal
​Bridesmaids' Attire :: Alfred Angelo
​Rings :: Tacori and JVL
​Other :: Etsy

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